Physical Therapist

A Hiring Company; Thompson Falls (MT); On-site; USD 79,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits package

Job summary

Clark Fork Valley Hospital in Plains, MT is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will evaluate patients, develop and administer prescribed therapy, and work to restore function and relieve pain for those with musculoskeletal or neurological issues.

Ideal candidates will have an accredited PT program, MT licensure, and strong communication skills to educate patients and collaborate with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current Montana PT license or eligibility.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Team-oriented with patient-centered focus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and plan physical therapy treatment as prescribed by physician.
• Implement and adjust treatment programs using manual therapies and aquatic therapy as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise and device use.
• Coordinate with physicians and staff to integrate therapy with overall care.
• Supervise assistants and trainees as needed.
• Prepare and document patient progress in charts and systems.

Skills

Strong communication

Team oriented

Documentation skills

Patient-centered care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Current MT license or eligibility

Job description

Position – Physical Therapist

Clark Fork Valley Hospital is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team. This position is responsible for evaluating, planning, and administering physical therapy treatments prescribed by a physician, with the goal of restoring function, relieving pain, and preventing disability in patients suffering from physical impairments or conditions affecting muscles, nerves, joints, and bones.

Essential Duties

• Reviews Physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.
• Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.
• Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.
• Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function.
• Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and in use of assistive and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administers treatments involving application of physical agents and use of Aquatic therapy as appropriate.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Administers myofascial mobilization and lymph mobilization if adequate training has been accomplished.
• Administers traction to relieve pain.
• Records treatment, response, and progress in patient’s chart or enters information into computer.
• Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification to Orthotist.
• Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient’s health care.
• Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, aides, and students.
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current Montana Physical Therapist license (or eligibility for licensure).
• Good physical and mental health, with the ability to demonstrate and promote wellness practices.
• Must maintain required CEUs per Montana APTA guidelines, with a focus on community and patient care needs.
• Broad clinical knowledge and willingness to work with a diverse patient population.
• Strong communication, evaluation, and documentation skills.
• Team-oriented and patient-centered mindset.

Schedule: Day Shift 36-40 hrs/Weekly

Compensation: $79,000 - $125,000 DOE

Benefits

• Benefits: This position is eligible for our full time benefits package

Why Clark Fork Valley Hospital

Clark Fork Valley Hospital is a great place to work, we truly live our mission of Quality Care Close to Home. Nestled along the Clark Fork River, Plains is a small community with that true home town feel. If you feel like getting a taste of the city Missoula and Kalispell are an hour drive. As the largest employer in Sanders County, we would love for you to join our team.

Clark Fork Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer